The Nigeria national team, Super Eagles, were literally held hostage at the airport on arrival in Libya ahead of their crucial Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against the Mediterranean Knights. At the time of this report, the Super Eagles contingent had spent more than five hours locked up at the airport, with NFF officials forced to scramble for alternative transport arrangements. SUPPORT NOW x Do this laterHowever, the NFF swiftly refuted these allegations, citing last-minute changes to Libya’s arrival plans, which were communicated merely three hours before landing. The Super Eagles secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory in the first leg match in Uyo and now face the Mediterranean Knights at Benina Stadium in the return leg. Despite the antics of the Libyans, the Super Eagles are determined to teach them football lessons on the pitch.

Source: Libya Today October 14, 2024 14:15 UTC